Kayak Essentials

Everything you need (besides a kayak) to get safely out on the water!

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Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
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Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak PaddleAquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
$699.95
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Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
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Spray Skirts

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IR Klingon Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
From $240.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$209.00
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Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
$149.95 $189.95
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
From $270.00
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$239.00 $290.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life JacketAstral INDUS Life Jacket
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
From $375.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$365.00
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NRS Vector PFDNRS Vector PFD
NRS Vector PFD
$299.95
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
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NRS Ninja Pro PFDNRS Ninja Pro PFD
NRS Ninja Pro PFD
$249.95
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Basic Swiftwater Safety Gear List

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Which PFD do I Need?

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How to Choose Your Whitewater Helmet

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Helmets + Accessories

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Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
$329.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$249.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$149.95
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Shred Ready ZETA HelmetShred Ready ZETA Helmet
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
$177.95
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Throw Bags

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NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw BagNRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
$99.95
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw BagNRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
$149.95
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw BagRiver Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
$99.00
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Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
$69.95
NRS Wedge Rescue ThrowbagNRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
$64.95
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Werner ShoGun Bent Shaft PaddleWerner ShoGun Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner ShoGun Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
Kokatat W's Stance Splash PantKokatat W's Stance Splash Pant
Kokatat W's Stance Splash Pant
$159.00
IR world Class Gear BagIR world Class Gear Bag
IR world Class Gear Bag
$135.00
Jackson Kayak Happy FeetJackson Kayak Happy Feet
Jackson Kayak Happy Feet
$79.95
IR J-Lo Womens Bungee Sprayskirt
IR J-Lo Womens Bungee Sprayskirt
$189.00
Jackson Backband Rope (Rope Only)Jackson Backband Rope (Rope Only)
Jackson Backband Rope (Rope Only)
$19.95
Sea to Summit Solution Traveler Soft Roof RackSea to Summit Solution Traveler Soft Roof Rack
Sea to Summit Solution Traveler Soft Roof Rack
From $149.95
NRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak PaddleNRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak Paddle
NRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak Paddle
$179.95
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw BagSalamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
$113.75
River Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw BagRiver Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw Bag
River Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw Bag
$130.00
Werner Powerhouse 4pc Breakdown Kayak Paddle
Werner Powerhouse 4pc Breakdown Kayak Paddle
$365.00
Pelican Micro Drycase 1060Pelican Micro Drycase 1060
Pelican Micro Drycase 1060
From $33.50
Werner Stikine Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
River Station DryLap - Kayak Dry BagRiver Station DryLap - Kayak Dry Bag
River Station DryLap - Kayak Dry Bag
$79.00
Chums Shuttle Splash SackChums Shuttle Splash Sack
Chums Shuttle Splash Sack
$27.99
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Astral E-Linda PFDAstral E-Linda PFD
Astral E-Linda PFD
$39.95 $135.00
NRS Co-Pilot Rescue KnifeNRS Co-Pilot Rescue Knife
NRS Co-Pilot Rescue Knife
$54.95
NSI Anatomic Backband
NSI Anatomic Backband
$84.95
NRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110LNRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110L
NRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110L
$279.95
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NRS Vista Adult PFD
NRS Vista Adult PFD
$29.95 $94.95
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Astral Sturgeon PFD
$59.95 $150.00
NRS HydroLock Kayak Stow FloatNRS HydroLock Kayak Stow Float
NRS HydroLock Kayak Stow Float
$99.95
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2023 Immersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry Suit Closeout2023 Immersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry Suit Closeout
2023 Immersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry Suit Closeout
$999.00 $1,399.00
NRS Compact Rescue ThrowbagNRS Compact Rescue Throwbag
NRS Compact Rescue Throwbag
$69.95

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